Security Officer

IHA; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center seeks a part-time Security Officer to protect patients, staff and visitors while patrolling hospital facilities and grounds. You will deter theft, monitor entrances and respond to incidents under the guidance of the Security Management Program.

The role requires driving, a valid license, and the ability to de-escalate potentially volatile situations, with on-site duties across MercyOne facilities in Dubuque.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice is preferred.
• Driving is required with a valid license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides security-related services in a professional and courteous manner.
• Protects Mercy Medical Center, equipment and supplies against hazards.
• Patrols facilities and grounds to deter theft, vandalism and violence.
• Checks entrances, doors and gates to ensure they are securely locked.

Skills

Driving

De-escalation techniques

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in criminal justice preferred

Tools

HealthStream

Microsoft Office Suite

work order system

building maintenance software

Job description

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital, which provides a vital lifesaving link to rural communities in Clayton County and surrounding areas through ambulance and emergency services. MercyOne is committed to providing quality, personalized and safe health care close to home.

The emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week with board certified physicians and advanced level practitioners who are well-trained to treat emergency needs. MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is certified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Security Officer!

As a Security Officer at MercyOne, you will take an active role in the Security Management Program which provides for the safety and wellbeing of all individuals associated with the facilities of MercyOne Medical Center (MMC). Assists patients and visitors with directions and information. Actively demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.

According to prescribed procedures, patrols various areas of the Hospital facilities and grounds and acts to deter loss of hospital, associate, patient and visitor property, by intercepting unauthorized individuals and investigating unusual incidents. Assists to maintain order as needed. While on patrol, examines doors, windows and gates to ensure they are secure, inspects equipment and machinery to ascertain if tampering has occurred and reports all irregularities.

The Security Officer also provides for various lower-level maintenance activities to be accomplished.

• Provides various security-related services in a professional and courteous manner.
• Provides protection to Mercy Medical Center, its equipment and supplies against hazards of fire, theft, damage, or other unsafe or illegal situations.
• Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds on foot or in motorized vehicle according to established schedule and investigate unusual occurrences and to deter possible theft, vandalism and physical violence and to detect unauthorized vehicles or persons on Medical Center property. Intercepts unauthorized individuals on hospital grounds.
• Enforces MMC’s parking policy in a fair and equitable manner.
• Checks to ensure hospital entrances, doors, the gates, and windows are securely locked and inspect equipment, machinery, alarms, and sprinkler systems and so forth to ensure it are properly working. Notifies appropriate personnel of problems as necessary
• Demonstrates ability to manage a security related incident if warranted and investigate incidents thoroughly in order to obtain related evidence necessary to provide documentation.
• May participate and/or assist in the management of non-physical and physical situations involving patients, visitors, staff, etc. using de-escalation techniques, while remaining calm, exercising judgment, and avoiding unnecessary physical force and abusive language to ensure the safety of all concerned. This will potentially involve holding/restraining individuals who may be violent in nature. Assists clinical staff in the application of clinical restraints. Able to converse with patients of all diagnoses for extended period of time.
• Responds to stat calls regarding campus emergency situations, fire, theft, endangerment of life and property, Dr. Strong, Code Silver, suspicious activity as required.

Schedule

• Roating Shifts
• PRN

General Requirements

• Previous experience in private security, public law enforcement, or military duty extremely helpful but not essential. Some on-the-job training will be provided.
• In lieu of associate’s degree in criminal justice, 2 – 4 years of previous related experience.
• Driving is a requirement. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance must be maintained throughout employment.
• Must be able to demonstrate a good driving record verifiable with the DMV in the applicant’s state of residence.
• Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. HealthStream, Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook; internet/intranet; work order system; and building maintenance software.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice preferred.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Dubuque? Click here: Find a Location Dubuque, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dubuque

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.